VU

Gentianella vargasii

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Gentianella vargasii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to its restricted range. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the delicate temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this alpine specialist's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits high-altitude páramo and alpine grasslands in the Andes, typically occurring between 3,500-4,200 meters elevation. It grows in well-drained soils among native bunch grasses and cushion plants in these cold, wind-exposed montane environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gentianella vargasii classified as Vulnerable?
Gentianella vargasii is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Gentianella vargasii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to its restricted range. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the delicate temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this alpine specialist's survival.
Where does Gentianella vargasii live?
Gentianella vargasii occurs in Bolivia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gentianella vargasii?
The main threats to Gentianella vargasii are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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